HAP's Latest News

As Pennsylvania ages, many health care professionals are approaching retirement just as the need for health care is rapidly growing. Hospitals and health systems are leading the way in growing the next generation of health care professionals to care for Pennsylvanians and our communities.

State senators advanced three bills this morning that support patient care and help build the pipeline for the next generation of caregivers.

Allowing nurse practitioners to practice to the full scope of their training is a key step to support the health care workforce.

State lawmakers today advanced a bill that brings Pennsylvania closer to participating in the multistate nurse licensure compact.

The CDC this week released a guide for hospital leaders to address burnout and support health care worker wellbeing.

This week, health care professionals as well as patients and caregivers are celebrating Patient Safety Awareness Week. 

This afternoon, the Pennsylvania House Professional Licensure Committee and Health Committee hosted a joint hearing focused on improving access to care.

The Shapiro administration today announced a new tuition assistance program to help recruit and retain emergency medical services (EMS) professionals.

The Hospital and Healthsystem Association of Pennsylvania (HAP) is recognizing 13 projects led by Pennsylvania health care teams that personify hospitals’ mission to provide high-quality care and improve their communities’ health.

The Hospital and Healthsystem Association of Pennsylvania (HAP) today reacted to Governor Josh Shapiro’s proposed 2024–2025 state budget.